PUZZLES AND GAMES

Puzzles and Games

Have a go at our fiendish Autumn-themed brainteasers and let us know how you do on social media. Good luck!

Pigpen Cipher

Use the key at the bottom of the page to crack our Autumnal Pigpen Cipher!

ANSWER: "Diwali is known as the festival of lights"

We hope you enjoyed this issue’s Pigpen Cipher! How did you do? Let us know or suggest one for us via our social media channels!

Trivia time!

Test your knowledge in this quiz about Indian food!

1. TRUE or FALSE: The samosa did not originate in India.

2. TRUE or FALSE: Chilli peppers were only introduced to India in the late 15th century.

3. TRUE or FALSE: The Bhut Jolokia chilli pepper is the hottest in the world.

4. TRUE or FALSE: The first curry house in the UK opened over 200 years ago.

5. TRUE or FALSE: Chicken Tikka Masala is considered one of Britain’s national dishes.

6. TRUE or FALSE: There is a British Curry Museum in London.

ANSWERS: 1.TRUE: It is said to have originated in the Middle East, then travelled throughout Asia with the Mughal Empire. 2. TRUE: Chillis were brought to India by the Portuguese. 3.FALSE: Whilst it briefly held the crown, the Carolina Reaper chilli is the hottest. 4.TRUE: The Hindoostane Coffee House in London was opened by Sake Dean Mahomed in 1810. 5. TRUE: Despite not originating in Britain, it regularly holds the title alongside roast beef. 6. FALSE: Sadly there is not yet a British Curry Museum.

RIDDLE:

"If you use me to cook, beware of my heat, using me is no mean feat. What am I?"

ANSWER: Chilli pepper!

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